What is Happiness?

Definition of Happiness -
•state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.
 

 
 
I have been depressed for so long now, I don't even remember not being depressed.  Most of the time (until recently) I seemed fine!  But then everything became too much.  sigh.  But that was then.  It is a road I have walked before and I hope that I don't have to walk it again.  It was a lot more treacherous this time...
 (I digress)
 
So happiness is something I am striving for.  I didn't realise how negative I was until I started going to therapy.  I was negative about myself more than I was about others.  I am trying my hardest, to be happy.  To not assume the negative about situations, comments made by others and people's intentions.  Its hard.  Its not my first instinct, but I am working on it; and it seems to be working.
I'll give you an example:
My Mum was having us over for dinner.  She wanted to know what she could do for the kids that they would enjoy.  In the end it was decided that we would have our own version of Cold Rock.  I was excited that she had wanted to do something nice with them.  And then she tells me that her sister in law does great things with her grandchildren.  And there was my let down.  Immediately, I think negative.  I think that she is only doing this so that she looks better in front of her sister in law.  But that was the old me. 
The new me decided to embrace the night for what it was.  I stayed happy.  I appreciated the idea, the fact that she wanted to do something special with my children.  By me keeping positive and happy it improved the atmosphere of the night.  We all had a good time, just by choosing to be happy.  The thoughts were still there, but I tried to let them go.  It really helped.
 
 

 
I know someone who in my opinion 'fakes' being depressed for attention.  I have no idea why? 
Who wants to be depressed? Its not a choice.
 
So I am on my way to hopefully being a better person, a more positive person, the person I am supposed to be.
(the song line - I'm on my way from misery to happiness today , a ha a ha a ah comes to mind LOL)
 
So what makes you happy?
 
Is it:
 

A nice home and car

Sex or Romance

Designer Wardrobe

Success

Travel

Family

 
 
For me its:
 
 





My family

The Best Girlfriends in the world.

My obsession....... (don't judge me!!)

I love giving gifts!




I hope that tomorrow brings you happiness and blessings your way!